The statement said that the summit is meant to empower and encourage young people to go into politics and contribute to the socio-political development of Nigeria.

“With just a couple of weeks to go until the first and biggest major #YouthsSummit in Edo State, we thought it high-time we show you our outstanding confirmed line-up of speakers.

“Each of them, I can assure the youth, has a unique story to share with them to #Switch them on to the next phase of life,” the statement quoted Chairman of the foundation, Harrison Ehimiyen as saying.

The Chairman of the Foundation said the summit is in line with the objectives of the “Not too young to run” bill recently passed by the National Assembly, aimed at encouraging more young persons to participate actively in political activities including vying for elective positions and also holding key appointments.

The statement said participation for the summit is free and participants are drawn from individuals and groups across the state.

Over 20 states have domesticated the bill while more would follow suit soon.